Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Local nameWaitomo Cave
LocationNorth Island / Te Ika-a-Māui, New Zealand

The Waitomo Glowworm Caves attraction is a cave at Waitomo on the North Island of New Zealand. It is known for its population of Arachnocampa luminosa, a glowworm species found exclusively in New Zealand. This cave is part of the waitomo streamway system that includes the Ruakuri Cave, Lucky Strike, and Tumutumu Cave.

The attraction has a modern visitor centre at the entrance, largely designed in wood. There are organized tours that include a boat ride under the glowworms.

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Opening hours

Opening times might slightly vary for each experience, please check the official website for more information.

Tours depart every 15 minutes and every 30 minutes.

Admission

Adult: $55
Child: $25

Waitomo Glowworm Cave + Ruakuri Cave
Adult: $100
Child $40

Waitomo Glowworm Cave + Aranui Cave
Adult $80
Child $35

Waitomo Glowworm Cave + Ruakuri Cave + Aranui Cave
Adult $140
Child $55

More information and contact

Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waitomo_Glowworm_Caves

Official Website https://www.waitomo.com/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WaitomoGlowwormCaves

Phone +6478788228

Address 39 Waitomo Village Road, Private Bag 501, Otorohanga, New Zealand

Coordinates -38°15'42.212" N 175°6'11.771" E

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